Quality Control Laboratory Analyst

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Quality Control Laboratory Analyst in Ferrybridge!

This is a full-time, on-site role based at our Ferrybridge manufacturing site, working 39 hours per week Monday to Thursday 8am–4:30pm and Friday 8am–3:30pm, with some flexibility to start 30 minutes earlier. You’ll be working in our on-site laboratory, testing raw materials and finished products to make sure everything we produce meets our quality standards. There is occasional travel involved (around once or twice a year) for training or visiting customers, primarily to Bristol. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to have an impact and grow.

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for testing raw materials, gypsum, stucco, and finished products in the on-site laboratory to make sure everything meets quality standards.
• Record and analyse test results to spot trends, flag anything out of spec, and propose improvements to the manufacturing process.
• Input data into quality systems.
• Sorting boards to collect samples.
• Collect additive deliveries.
• Go to raw gypsum store.
• Completing fire testing.

What you’ll bring:

• Familiarity with laboratory environment.
• Able to work independently.
• Can manage own time.
• Multitask as needed.
• Experience with concrete or plasterboard would be desirable.

Why join us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).